Category: Opinion

By Olusola Adeyegbe The recent remarks attributed to U.S. President Donald Trump suggesting an intention to come to Nigeria to save Christians have generated widespread discussion and concern. While such statements naturally stir emotions, it is important to put matters in proper perspective. Nigeria is not Libya, Iraq, or Afghanistan. Our circumstances, influence, and strategic […]

By Kayode Ajulo Gunboat diplomacy evokes powerful imagery of naval strength and military might, representing a historical practice where nations pursue foreign policy objectives through the threat of force. This method has been wielded to assert dominance, safeguard economic interests, and manipulate political outcomes in distant lands, often reflecting a complex interplay of coercion and […]

By Reuben Abati I have chosen the provocative title of this piece deliberately knowing that some of the more patriotic elements among us in Nigeria would scream that it is impossible, because Nigeria is a sovereign nation. Indeed, since the end of World War II, the United States has refrained from portraying itself as a […]

Abraham Ogbodo By Abraham Ogbodo Omoleye Sowore has a fairly robust history in what he does so well – activism. But his had been mainly a campus business, thriving within the precincts of the University of Lagos (Unilag) in Akoka, Lagos. Until the event of June 12, 1993 and the chain of events that subsequently […]

By Kayode Ajulo Ludwig van Beethoven, one of the greatest composers in history, exemplified the essence of tenacity, competence, and unwavering dedication to his craft. Born in Bonn, Germany, in 1770, he rose from a modest background to become a musical genius, leaving an indelible mark on the classical music world. His journey teaches us […]

By Tunde Odesola When Gbemuotor, PUNCH Admin Manager, returned to the newsroom for the tribute to the departed former Arts Editor/Head of Graphic Design between 1984 and 1997, Mr Ben Bayo Oyemade,  I was still piecing the piece together. Never short on sparkle, Gbemuotor urged me to expedite action on the write-up, saying, “The MD […]

The calls for a new constitution for Nigeria have become increasingly strident. The 1999 Constitution is a military-imposed document, so its piecemeal amendment by the National Assembly will do little to capture the true aspirations of citizens. In reality, the country operates a unitary constitution garbed in the borrowed robes of federalism. A true federal […]

Governor Peter Mbah’s defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress on October 14 is the latest mockery of democratic ethos and conspiracy against the people’s mandate. Mbah rode to power in 2023 under the umbrella of the Peoples Democratic Party, only to jump ship midstream. Justifying his political adventure, the Enugu governor said, “I think […]

By Abimbola Adelakun Some reports emanating from Nigeria succinctly tell a story of how the multi-level dysfunction that affects the country can converge on individuals. Figures are one thing, but stories give flesh to the bare bones of statistics. According to recent reports, a pregnant woman in Rivers State had unfortunately died about a year […]